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Topic: Matty's in the hospital. (Read 17240 times)

I got a text from Matty tonight telling me that he's in the hospital. From what I can gather someone (plural, perhaps?) physically assaulted him. I'm not at all sure what happened, and all he's told me is that his arm's been broken. He was able to text me so hopefully that's the worst of it. He asked that I post a thread and let everyone know what happened. Please let him know that you're thinking about him.

I'll let you guys know more as I find out more, but hopefully everything'll be alright.

You are right indeed little one, the damned one got jumped by some gay bashers up his way and had his arm broken. He needs surgery and is being tranferred to a Sydney hospital. All is not lost though, as MtD is morph'd off his little head at the moment.

You are right indeed little one, the damned one got jumped by some gay bashers up his way and had his arm broken. He needs surgery and is being tranferred to a Sydney hospital. All is not lost though, as MtD is morph'd off his little head at the moment.

Hope all goes well, Matty

Shit, that's rough. When people say why do we need gay pride anymore - this is why. As long as a-holes think they can just beat someone up because they're gay, we need to be reminded the fight isn't over.

I just text Matty, but if he is up to his eyes on pain meds I don't expect to hear from him today...I just hope the bastard who did this gets what's coming to him...I hope he recovers soon...thank Mouse and Steve for keeping us informed.

I haven't been able to sleep all night. I kept waking up feeling something dreadful has happened. Now I know why. I know my Poo is a tough ol' bird and I hope he will soon be able to tell us, "yeah, well you should have seen the other guy!" I love you Matty.

"I'm not keen on the idea of the afterlife - not without knowing who else will be there and what the entertainment will be. Personally I'd rather just take a rest." Oscar Berger, PWA: Looking AIDS in the Face, 1996. RIP.

I'm as pissed as hell to hear that our very own MtD had this happen to him! Why can't people just mind their own fucking business and let others BE?

Matty, I hope you're getting some comfort tonight on that morphine. I can't believe you need surgery for this shit! Dammit! Hang in there, Damned One.....Did they catch the bastard that did this to you?

"...health will finally be seen not as a blessing to be wished for, but as a human right to be fought for." Kofi Annan

Nymphomaniac: a woman as obsessed with sex as an average man. Mignon McLaughlin

HIV is certainly character-building. It's made me see all of the shallow things we cling to, like ego and vanity. Of course, I'd rather have a few more T-cells and a little less character. Randy Shilts

At around midnight on Sunday Matty the Damned (who was a touch boozy -- let's not deny it) was jumped by three thugs at a train station as he waited to catch the 12:15 service back to Boolaboolabonbong. Apparently these brave fellows objected to his queerness.

I was king-hit (ie from behind) and as I went down one of them aimed a sharp kick at my upper arm neatly fracturing my humerus. The pain was unbelievable but I managed to get up and hide in the lavs until they left.

I boarded my train and went home. When I awoke this morning it was clear that I had been seriously injured and I called an ambulance, was pumped full of fentanyl and taken to the hospital. I was scheduled for surgery but it was determined my injury could be dealt with by setting my arm in a hanging slab cast.

So I'm home and very stoned (lots of morphia) and still in considerable pain. I'll be wearing this thing for at least six weeks. It's my right arm thats buggered, but it will heal fully. My participation here may be somewhat reduced as I can only type with my left hand atm.

I want to tell you all that I'm deeply touched by your kind thoughts and words. This thread makes me feel much better. Honestly, it's better than the drugs.

I'm especially grateful to my Little Man for posting this. I love you very much Baby-Boi. Fret not, your Matty is gonna be fine. Also to Little Steve who texted me and rang me when I was in the hospital. Knowing that my Aussie Sister is there for me makes all the difference. Thanks to to Goderator Jan for texting me as well.

I'm actually still quite rattled by the attack. Those stupid young men could quite easily have killed me with their wanton and vicious act. I'm certain they don't realise just how foolish they have been.

Brothers and Sisters, you'll forgive me if I sign off now. I need some rest, but should be around tomorrow.

So I'm home and very stoned (lots of morphia) and still in considerable pain. I'll be wearing this thing for at least six weeks. It's my right arm thats buggered, but it will heal fully. My participation here may be somewhat reduced as I can only type with my left hand atm.

I'm glad you didn't need surgery and are home. Right arm.... I'll bet you'll have to learn to do lots of things left-handed now! Take care and enjoy your pain meds.

Sweet, Sweet Damned One: I am so, so sorry this happened to you. I wish I was there with you to give you some nursing care. About those guys that did this to you, karma has a way of coming back on people to bite them in the ass. I love you, take care of yourself!{{{{{{BIG LOVE AND HUGS}}}}}} Betty

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I've never killed anyone, but I frequently get satisfaction reading the obituary notices.-Clarence Darrow

I just had a long conversation with the damned one on Skype. A little sore, a little groggy, but upbeat considering what he went through. I think the big ol' mo is going to be okay...he's already worried about not being able to groom his ginger tresses left handed. The other thing he can't do with his right hand will not be discussed in polite company. It was good to hear his voice (Matty has a very sexy Australian accent) and know that my dear friend is okay. Jaser, he told me to tell you not to worry and he will chat with you soon.

Dear Mattala...I'm relieved to know you will be OK...I am deeply saddened that such an awful thing has happened to you, I hope your recovery is swift. You are such a decent soul to say these young men probably don't even realize they committed such a horrible and vicious act, I hope they are caught and punished.

Take care and get well soon!!!

Jody

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"Wake up to find out that you are the eyes of the world". "Try to discover that you are the song that the morning brings."

At around midnight on Sunday Matty the Damned (who was a touch boozy -- let's not deny it) was jumped by three thugs at a train station as he waited to catch the 12:15 service back to Boolaboolabonbong. Apparently these brave fellows objected to his queerness.

I was king-hit (ie from behind) and as I went down one of them aimed a sharp kick at my upper arm neatly fracturing my humerus. The pain was unbelievable but I managed to get up and hide in the lavs until they left.

I boarded my train and went home. When I awoke this morning it was clear that I had been seriously injured and I called an ambulance, was pumped full of fentanyl and taken to the hospital. I was scheduled for surgery but it was determined my injury could be dealt with by setting my arm in a hanging slab cast.

So I'm home and very stoned (lots of morphia) and still in considerable pain. I'll be wearing this thing for at least six weeks. It's my right arm thats buggered, but it will heal fully. My participation here may be somewhat reduced as I can only type with my left hand atm.

I want to tell you all that I'm deeply touched by your kind thoughts and words. This thread makes me feel much better. Honestly, it's better than the drugs.

I'm especially grateful to my Little Man for posting this. I love you very much Baby-Boi. Fret not, your Matty is gonna be fine. Also to Little Steve who texted me and rang me when I was in the hospital. Knowing that my Aussie Sister is there for me makes all the difference. Thanks to to Goderator Jan for texting me as well.

I'm actually still quite rattled by the attack. Those stupid young men could quite easily have killed me with their wanton and vicious act. I'm certain they don't realise just how foolish they have been.

Brothers and Sisters, you'll forgive me if I sign off now. I need some rest, but should be around tomorrow.

There's a pervert in Australia who loves each of you deeply.

Matty the Damned.

Well, I was waiting to hear the news straight from the Kangaroo's mouth ; )

Matty, I'm real sorry to hear what you've been through, but I know your a fiesty guy and will be up and about in no time. If it makes you feel any better I go in for wisdom teeth removal today and will be popping the pain killers like m & m's and thinking about ya!

I`m glad that nothing worse did not happened to you ( although a broken arm is a very , very serious thing ) and that you have managed to escape.............those kind of bastards exist everywhere..... Wish you a good recovery process................ Al

Matty,Take care an I am thinking of you. This is the type of senseless thing that just makes life even more difficult than it needs to be.I am just overwhelmed, but happy that you will be ok. Yet sorry that you have to deal with this unneccessary pain. Hate is such a horrible thing.Peter